Event Recap :: Studio Q deCordova Visit

Photo by Marcus Hamblin

By Jim Hornor, B.Arch Candidate

On Saturday, April 28, 2012, members and friends of Studio Q enjoyed a visit to the deCordova Sculpture Park in Lincoln, MA.

Photo by Marcus Hamblin

Established in the 1950s, the 35 acres of the beautifully landscaped gardens, well-maintained forests and lawns was originally home to art and sculpture collector, Julian deCordova. He traveled the world and selected artwork for his residence that "served as the medium for self-improvement and enlightenment." At the time of his death, deCordova gave his property to the town of Lincoln with the stipulation that the estate would become a public showcase of art.

Photo by Marcus Hamblin

The architecturally interesting security house was only a preview of the over 60 sculptural experiences that we encountered on the estate, Saturday morning. The first and probably most impacting piece that caught our eyes was The Musical Fence designed by Paul Matisse in 1980. The aluminum bars cast in reinforced concrete had a clear visual interest, but no disclaimer or instructions were needed when a few sticks were spotted in fixed containers on either end of the piece. In no time, we were all skipping alongside the sculpture dragging our sticks across the sounding bars.

Photo by Marcus Hamblin

Rain Gates designed by Ron Rudnicki in 2000, Male Baseball No.1 by Yoram Woldberger in 2009, and Requiem for the 20th Century by Nam June Paik in 1997 were some other notable installations that left an impact on our visit.

Photo by Marcus Hamblin

With an exploration of all the senses, our visit took advantage of the beautiful weather, picnic lunch, and artistically crafted sculptures as we prepare for the last few weeks of the semester come to a close.  A special thanks to Atelier for sponsoring our trip to de Cordova!

To see more photos of our visit, click here.

Studio Q deCordova Visit

Studio Q deCordova Visit
Saturday April 28, 2012 from 10 am - 3 pm
deCordova Sculpture Park, Lincoln MA
Cost: $5.00 Cash
RSVP by Friday 4.27 at 12 pm

Studio Q is organizing a trip to the deCordova Sculpture Park on Saturday April 28, 2012. Lunch and transportation to and from deCordova will be provided. Student cost for the trip is $5 (cash).

Students will be leaving the BAC together at 10 am, and leaving deCordova at 3 pm. This trip is a great opportunity to spend time outdoors and sketch in a gorgeous landscape.

The Museum Building will be closed during our visit, but click here to see a listing of the outdoor sculptures that attendees will see!

RSVP or find out more by emailing Jim Hornor by Friday April 27.

Studio Q :: Interest Meeting

Studio Q Interest Meeting
Thursday February 16, 2012 from 6:30 - 7:30 pm

Fishbowl, 1st Floor, 320 Newbury Street

Join members of the LGBTQ + supporting community for an interest meeting to introduce new faces and review exciting events planned for the semester. Refreshments will be provided.

Studio Q: Your resource to the BAC's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning + supportive community. Contact studioq@the-bac.edu for more info.

Event Recap :: Spirit Day 2011

Photo by Bonica Ayala

Over 30 members of the BAC community gathered together at noon in the McCormick Gallery on Thursday October 20, 2011 as part of the nationwide Spirit Day campaign and GLSEN Ally Week to show their support for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and ally (GLBTA) community.

Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out against bullying. Observed annually on October 20, individuals, schools, organizations, corporations, media professionals and celebrities wear purple, which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag.

Boston Architectural College is one of 22 colleges and universities worldwide who publicly announced their support of Spirit Day on the GLAAD website. To read more about the BAC's Diversity Action Plan, click here.

This year, the BAC also asked our community members who couldn't make the photo shoot at noon to email us photos of their support from afar. Click here to see those photos, as well as pictures of the BAC Library's purple book display, which will be up through the end of October.

GLBT Resources

Today is Spirit Day. Here are some resources for the GLBT community:

Anti-GLBT Bullying Resources
A Thin Line
GLAAD Bullying Resources
GLSEN Anti-Bullying
Make It Better Project
Santa Clara University Legal Guide on GLBT Bullying
Spirit Day Website
Stomp Out Bullying

National GLBT Resources
Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD)
Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network (GLSEN)
I'm From Driftwood
It Gets Better Project
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
The Trevor Project
TransYouth Family Allies

Event Recap :: National Coming Out Day Celebration

Today at noon, Studio Q held a National Coming Out Day Celebration in The Loft. More than twenty students attended to show their support for the GLBT population on campus, as well as eleven administrators. Attendees enjoyed food from the South End Buttery, as well as chips, colorful sodas and candies.

Congratulations to the following students who won BAC t-shirts: Erion Nikolla, Jessica Hulslander, Peter Cannonier, Angeline Focht, and Paige Pettit! Please email Becky Anderson to pick up your t-shirt. To see more pictures of this event, click here.

The stickers seen above are still available to all BAC students, instructors, and staff for free. Show your support for our GLBT community by picking up a sticker in the Office of Student Development (320 Newbury Street, Room 102). October is LGBT History Month, so stickers will be available all month long.

National Coming Out Day Resources

National Coming Out Day is today, Tuesday October 11, 2011. Studio Q, the BAC's student organization dedicated to creating equality between GLBT and straight members of our community, is holding a National Coming Out Day celebration on campus.  Click here for more information.

Whether you are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or a straight ally, be proud of who you are and your support for LGBT equality this Coming Out Day!  Here is a link to some resources from the Human Rights Campaign for NCOD.

As well as today being National Coming Out Day, October is also LGBT History Month. Learn about some famous and iconic LGBT people here.

Here at the BAC, we are committed to support all of our students to the best of our abilities. Did you know that the College has a Diversity Action Plan? Click here to read our administration's commitment to inclusion.

The College also provides the Student Assistance Program, which includes confidential counseling services, free of charge to all BAC students. We urge any student who is struggling with coming out to learn more about the SAP program, and utilize those services if they feel that they would be of help.

Spirit Day :: Go Purple

Spirit Day :: Go Purple
Thursday October 20, 2011 at 12:15 pm
Sidewalk Outside 320 Newbury Street
Rain location: McCormick Gallery

Show Your Spirit on October 20, 2011! Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth and to speak out against bullying. Spirit Day was started in 2010 by teenager Brittany McMillan as a response to the young people who had taken their own lives. Observed annually on October 20, individuals, schools, organizations, corporations, media professionals and celebrities wear purple, which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag.

Getting involved is easy - we are asking BAC students, instructors, and staff members to wear purple on Thursday October 20th to show their support of the GLBT community on campus.  We will be gathering outside 320 Newbury Street at 12:15 pm to take a group photo and some candid shots.

Are you working during our photo shoot? Email Becky Anderson a photo of you at work in your spirited purple clothes to be added to the album of pictures we collect.

To learn more about Spirit Day, click here.

National Coming Out Day Celebration

National Coming Out Day Celebration
Tuesday October 11, 2011 at 12 pm
The Loft, 320 Newbury Street

Take a break and celebrate National Coming Out Day with Studio Q for appetizers, stickers, and a chance to win a BAC t-shirt in the Loft!  This event is all members of the BAC community. Allies welcome.

Meet up with old friends, meet new friends, and come support the GLBT community on the BAC campus!

Hosted by Studio Q.

National Coming Out Day Reception

National Coming Out Day Reception
Monday October 11, 2010 from 5-7 pm
The OTHERside Cafe, 407 Newbury St

Proudly celebrate National Coming Out Day with Studio Q for appetizers at the OTHERside cafe! Meet up with old friends, meet new friends, and bring ideas for the semester's events.

Get Involved :: STUDIO Q

Your resource to the BAC's GLBTQ community

Studio Q Interest Meeting

Tuesday September 21, 2010 from 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Fishbowl @ 320 Newbury Street

Studio Q's mission is to strengthen the LGBTQ community within the BAC and throughout Boston by various social events and political activism. Join our Facebook group, or contact studioq@the-bac.edu for more information.

Mission:

-Provide supportive and safe forums for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning people as well as their heterosexual allies.
-Organize activities at which GLBTQ people can meet, socialize, and network professionally.
-Encourage lively discussions of current GLBTQ - related issues.
-Educate the Boston Architectural College and surrounding communities and to create unity between GLBTQ and straight people.

Studio Q Newport Mansions Tour :: Re-cap

by Derek Camara

Last Saturday, Studio Q enjoyed a beautiful day down in Newport, RI touring the famous gilded age mansions.

First stop was the Elms Mansion, built in 1901 and modeled after the mid-18th century French chateau d'Asnieres (c.1750) outside of Paris. After our tour, we stopped for a quick lunch at the Elms Carriage House Cafe, located in the elaborate classic revival gardens behind the Elms. Next stop was the opulent Breakers Mansion, a massive Italian Renaissance 70 room 130,000 SF "summer cottage" for the Vanderbilt family, built in 1895 on the Newport coast. Last stop was the Mable House, built in 1892 with a reported 500,000 cubic feet of marble. Following the tour and concluding the day, we had tea at the Chinese Tea House, located behind the Marble House on the Newport coastal cliffs.

Click HERE to see the slide show! A special thanks goes to Atelier at the BAC for sponsoring our trip to Newport!

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Studio Q Newport Mansions Day Trip :: Saturday, May 22

Newport Mansions Day Trip
Saturday, May 22nd, 2010

Join Studio Q for a day trip to Newport, RI: home of the iconic Newport Mansions, famous architecture, and scenic beach cliff walk. Space is limited to Studio Q members only. Please email studioq@the-bac.edu to reserve a spot.

Studio Q :: ICA "Re-Visit" Tour :: Thursday, April 15

Thursday, April 15, 7-9pm
Institute of Contemporary Art- Boston
100 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA - Waterfront
"Re-visit"for students who weren't able to attend last week.

Join Studio Q for a tour of the ICA's architecture and current exhibitions. Check out www.icaboston.org to see what is on exhibit. Bring your cameras and sketchbook. Admission is free.

RSVP preferred but not required on facebook, or to studioq@the-bac.edu

Studio Q Tour :: Institute of Contemporary Art :: April 8

Thursday, April 8, 7-9pm
Institute of Contemporary Art- Boston
100 Northern Avenue
Boston, MA - Waterfront

Join Studio Q for a tour of the ICA's architecture and current exhibitions. Check out www.icaboston.org to see what is on exhibit. Bring your cameras and sketchbook. Admission is free.

RSVP preferred but not required on facebook, or to studioq@the-bac.edu

Studio Q at the OTHERside cafe :: Sunday, December 13th, 3pm

Take a break and celebrate the end of the semester with Studio Q for appetizers at the OTHERside cafe!

Meet up with old friends, meet new friends, and bring ideas about next semester's events.

the OTHERside cafe
407 Newbury Street
Sunday, December 13th, 3pm

RSVP to studioq@the-bac.edu, or on our facebook event page.

Recap :: Studio Q's Bowling is Wicked Gay!

Last Saturday night, old friends and new friends of Studio Q gathered at Back Bay King's for a night of bowling, good times, and lots of laughs. Prizes were awarded for the most flamboyant bowler. No injuries were reported.

Event :: Bowling is Wicked Gay :: Saturday, October 24, 5pm

Join Studio Q for bowling fun at King's Bowling around the corner from the BAC.
Saturday, October 24, 5pm

Everyone is welcome!
RSVP to Studio Q.

Studio Q: Your resource to the BAC's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and supporting community.

National Coming Out Day :: Sunday, October 11, 5pm

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Join Studio Q at
The Otherside Cafe
for National Coming Out Day
Sunday, October 11, 5pm